7. Why is it important?
• Better overall health
• Youthful
• Weight control
• Improves flexibility, strength, balance and
endurance
• Reduces stress and depression
8. African-American Hair
• Madam C. J. Walker
• Weaves/Extensions
• Non-chemically treated vs. chemically treated
• Focused as number one in beauty sales
12. Solutions
• The three P’s
Prepare, Protect, Proceed
• Professional visits to salon
• Create a realistic schedule
S.M.A.R.T
• Find what hairstyle works for YOU
Read Bio. “Education is a stepping stone for continuing successful goals in life,” which is what I live by in pursuing my dreams. I was born in Savannah, Georgia and moved to Atlanta when I was three years old. I graduated from Benjamin E. Mays High School and started my freshmen year at University of Georgia located in Athens, Ga. I found a new path there and started my trade as a cosmetologist at Georgia Institute of Cosmetology which has helped me become an entrepreneur at the age of 24. I opened my beauty salon, Jakotes, in 1999 which I am blessed to continue my dreams of making everyone who sits in my chair more beautiful than ever! I have received my Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Business Management from University of Phoenix, which I regularly shares my knowledge to clients, business professionals and students. I am also an educator/colorist for Clairol and Wella Professional which I teach other professionals on new techniques and trends. I am continuing my education by receiving a Masters of Business Administration degree. I balance my profession and lifestyle by exercising daily and inspiring others on the importance of fitness and beauty.
Being a mother and wife, life can get hectic with balancing work (self-employment) and home. My career as a licensed cosmetologist requires me to stand 10 hours a day. Of course, in my 20’s, standing on my feet for long hours did not bother me. However, in my 30’s, going home with swollen ankles was not making me a happy hairstylist. So, I started to think about my career in both aspects—being happy with less swollen ankles and being happy to stand on stage doing my platform work with Clairol. Health concerns is a big issue because I also realized that if I continued to stand behind the chair with long hours, I had to do something about my weight. Losing weight can reduce many health issues and of course, you feel good about yourself. My passion is health and beauty. I love to make people feel beautiful about themselves and also, share my joy and knowledge to clients, students, and business professionals.
My son was diagnose at the age of 9 with Type 1 diabetes. This changed my family household eating patterns a lot. I figured, if I eat like him, he would not feel any different than others. So I learned to eat like a diabetic and I started with Weight Watchers for the first three months—Jennifer Hudson was my inspiration at the time! This process took discipline which I made journals of food and of course, my pictures. I have a million pictures of my transition which kept me motivated. Also, I talked to supportive people because they are always there to keep you going. Once I mastered the food journal/knowing how to eat, I started exercising with a partner daily who is my mother. We workout daily now which she has proven that exercising is the best thing that has ever happened to her---a healthy 67 year old!!
I am 41 years old and approaching 42, January 2. I feel stronger, motivated, and it helps with critical thinking. I have always been active, but the older you get, some things are not the same as a younger person. However, the joy of feeling better mentally and physically will always out weigh the odds!!!
Sarah Breedlove, known as Madam C. J. Walker, was an African American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the first female self-made millionaire in America. She made her fortune by developing and marketing a line of beauty and hair products for black women under the company she founded, Madame C.J. Walker Manufacturing Company.
My total inspiration!! There are others that have followed her path: Carol’s Daughter, Kim Kimble (who started as a Clairol Professional, like myself), and Miss Jessie’s. These wonderful African-American women has shown that beauty is phenomenal which inspires everyone, no matter their struggle. We are versatile in our beauty, from weaves to hair color, strategic methods in treating non-chemically and chemically treated hair and not to mention, African-Americans are the focus in any beauty manufacturing company. It is first priority of personal beauty because we spend billions of dollars in the U. S. in beauty products.
Hair challenges are critical among African-American women. It is even more challenging when incorporating a fitness lifestyle that can puzzle others who do not understand why. Accomplishing goals such as anti-breakage, repairing split ends, promoting hair growth and retaining moisture can be challenging to some who are steadily working out daily. Not to mention, keeping a specific style, for example, maintaining previously flat iron hair is the number one biggest challenge for those who are perspiring heavily in their daily workout routine. Making sure that hair tresses are properly conditioned and moisturized are another challenge that some are experiencing.
Understanding non-chemically treated texture of your hair is the first step knowing what to do. There are three types of texture: Fine, Medium, and Coarse. With women, we experience hormonal changes starting at the age of 9 and every ten years after which our hair changes. It is best to give relaxers after the first menstrual cycle. Highly textured (coarse) hair should be blow-dried. But, hair that has been previously relaxed should not be blow-dried from wet. Hair is most fragile for chemically treated hair when it is wet and could cause breakage. The model shown here is chemically treated with hair color, but does not have a permanent relaxer or keratin smoothing treatment. Her texture is Medium; cork screw curls that is always thirsty for moisture. It is important for this model to apply moisturizer such as a cream which can be used with heavy application because creams are always lighter, whereas oils, can be a little heavier. Use oils with light application. This model can also be mildly relaxed to obtain manageability.
Smoothing treatments such as keratin or Brazilian must be examined thoroughly to prevent any damages. Keratin treatments are not recommended for fine hair. Some have forms of formaldehyde. Two types of relaxers: Sodium hydroxide and calcium hydroxide. These two break down bonds of it virgin state. Ammonium thioglocolate does not break down any bonds.
Fine textured: small melanin; grouped tightly. Takes color faster. Medium: average response to color. Coarse: large melanin; takes longer to process.
Hair structure includes cuticle (outermost layer of the hair) protects the cortex. Then the cortex (middle layer of the hair) gives the hair strength and elasticity which contains melanin (natural pigment). Medulla (innermost layer) sometimes that is absent from the hair.
Density: Ranges from thin- thick
Porosity: Ability to absorb liquid. If the hair is porous, it accepts hair color faster. Low porosity hair means that the cuticle is tight and take longer to process.
Your hair will always grow as long as the papilla is not dead! The papilla is the large structure at the base of the hair follicle.
This chart shows the different hair types that are within the fine, medium, coarse texture. Type one shows straight: lack of medulla and has weight to hair. Hair needs volume. Type 2 shows wavy which is the medium texture, but could also be fine textured as well. This type has natural loose shape. Type 3 shows cork screw curls and can be considered medium-coarse textured hair. This type is always thirsty; needs moisture. Type 4 shows a zigzag pattern of coils and undefined coils considered coarse. This texture is predominately in African-American hair. Believe it or not, this texture is the most fragile, whereas fine textures are resilient—returning to the original form or position after being bent, stretched or compressed.
When using flat irons: Ceramic should be on Fine-S curl textures. Titanium on coarse hair.
I guess you are saying, “wow, I need to talk to a hair professional!” Honestly, this is one the solution that can help you with your challenge. Understand the three P’s: Prepare, Protect, and Proceed. Make preparations for your hair care or future style. Understand the involvement: maintenance and up keep. Protect your desired style with home care products that a professional cosmetologist has recommended for you. Then proceed with your new look! Create a realistic schedule by combining your beauty regimen and exercise activity. Yes, it is a struggle to do both and believe me, I understand your pain when you make a visit to the hair salon, then your style is sweated out the next day. However, write down your exercise schedule and also write down the schedule that your need to make professional visits to salon. Two thumb rules, there is a necessary trim/cut on a designated time according to an individual and making sure the hair is professionally conditioned for chemically treated hair is necessary. When you combine these two times, it will be easier to schedule necessary activities. Creating a realistic schedule is very helpful by using the S.M.A.R. T system. Be Specific, Be Measureable, Be Attainable, Be Realistic and be Timely. For example, it was important for me to lose the weight based on what mattered to me. So I created a time that was perfect for me to workout which is in the morning before I start my day, at 5 AM. I workout at the gym four days a week and the other days, I dance and do other activities such as running and calisthenics. I created a schedule for my hair and fitness. After I workout, I mold my hair with setting lotion and hair gel and wrap my hair with a satin scarf. I understand my hair type and found what works for me, which is the last solution. Short hair works for me right now which allows me to do other things to my hair such as hair color and easy maintenance. Now I am not saying that everyone should cut their hair off while incorporating a fitness lifestyle, but understand the goals your are trying to achieve and find what style you like to wear and know the maintenance of that hairstyle!
If you have any questions, contact me at Jakotes Hair Salon!
